Learn the advanced concepts of strength training and athletic conditioning in this comprehensive online learning course that is designed to prepare current fitness professionals for the nationally accredited Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification exam. Emphasis is placed on the exercise sciences (including anatomy, exercise physiology, and biomechanics) and nutrition, exercise technique, program design, organization and administration, and testing and evaluation with a primary goal of training athletes to improve performance. The CSCS credential is one of the mostly highly regarded within the industry and requires a bachelor's degree prior to attainment. Course Materials: Required book for this class, Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, is sold at the UAHuntsville Bookstore.